Art and Design Supply Teacher - Trafford

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a passionate Art and Design Teacher for a short-term supply role at a Trafford secondary school. The role involves teaching Art & Design to Key Stage 3 five days a week, delivering engaging and differentiated lessons, and applying AfL-based behaviour management.

Applicants should hold QTS/QTLS or an equivalent qualification, with experience in a secondary setting, and must have an up-to-date CV and DBS clearance. UK work rights are required.

Qualifications

• QTS, QTLS or an equivalent overseas teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Art and Design, ideally within a secondary school setting.
• An enhanced DBS check and, if applicable, overseas police clearances.
• A full, up-to-date CV with explanations for any employment gaps.

Responsibilities

• Teach Art and Design across Key Stage 3, five days per week.
• Deliver engaging, inspiring and differentiated lessons that encourage creativity and develop practical artistic skills.
• Use confident, calm behaviour management rooted in AfL principles.
• Adapt teaching to meet the evolving needs and abilities of students.
• Encourage students to explore different artistic techniques, materials and approaches.

Skills

Art & Design teaching

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Education

QTS/QTLS or equivalent

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment - Teacher of Art and Design

Are you a passionate, qualified Art and Design Teacher looking for your next exciting opportunity? Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be supporting a welcoming secondary school in Trafford who are seeking a talented Teacher of Art and Design to join their team. This full-time role is offered on a short-term supply basis from 9th November, initially for approximately two weeks to cover a teacher undertaking jury service. The booking may be extended depending on the length of the court case.

The Role

We're looking for a creative and enthusiastic Art and Design specialist who can inspire students, encourage artistic expression and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons. You will:

• Teach Art and Design across Key Stage 3, five days per week.
• Deliver engaging, inspiring and differentiated lessons that encourage creativity and develop practical artistic skills.
• Use confident, calm behaviour management rooted in AfL principles.
• Adapt teaching to meet the evolving needs and abilities of students.
• Encourage students to explore different artistic techniques, materials and approaches.
• Join a supportive department committed to raising achievement and developing students' confidence and creativity.

Applications are welcome from:

• Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
• Experienced QTS Teachers.
• Teachers with relevant Art and Design teaching experience and a passion for inspiring young people.

The School

This is a small, friendly Catholic academy in Trafford, part of a large and reputable academy trust supporting Catholic secondary schools across Manchester. The school is on an exciting improvement journey as it works to regain its Good Ofsted rating, with inspectors noting:

"The school values underpin the high expectations for pupils' behaviour. Pupils behave well in lessons and around school. The school has recently increased the level of ambition that it has for pupils' achievement."

The school is also highly accessible, located close to Manchester city centre with excellent public transport links and easy road access.

What You’ll Need

• QTS, QTLS or an equivalent overseas teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Art and Design, ideally within a secondary school setting.
• An enhanced DBS check and, if applicable, overseas police clearances.
• A full, up-to-date CV with explanations for any employment gaps.
• Full legal right to work in the UK.

Why Register with Tradewind Recruitment?

When you join Tradewind Recruitment, you join one of the UK's most trusted education recruitment agencies. You'll benefit from:

• Top rates of pay.
• Access to over 2,500 free online CPD courses through our exclusive partnership with The National College.
• Generous referral rewards.
• Comprehensive interview and lesson-planning support.
• A simple, user-friendly timesheet portal.
• An in-house payroll team based in London.
• Flexible holiday pay options.
• Regular networking and social events.